1. Jaleo
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What is it: Jaleo is an area staple that never gets old. Traditional Spanish tapas sit alongside new-age twists (i.e. liquefied olives), but it's the classics that keep diners coming back: sharp Manchego, garlicky shrimp and spicy patatas bravas. Do not forget about the bacon-wrapped dates—multiple orders are acceptable.
Why go: This outpost of the D.C. original gives non-city dwellers a taste of the area's most well-known restaurateur, Jose Andres.
Price: Pricey